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$262,714$216 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $156,000 on Jul 10, 2020

281 WALNUT RIDGE DR

FOREST, VA 24551
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,216 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,307 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$263K
$250K low$276K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$156,000 · Jul 10, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$262,714
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$210,171

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$843 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$205,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$175,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$205,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$205,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyBEDFORD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 152 ft²Porch · 25 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Jefferson Forest High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
E
Thomas Jefferson Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
M
Forest Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Bedford County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 24551These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,095
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.377 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,843
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,852
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

281 Walnut Ridge Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Forest 24551
  • Among the smallest lots in Forest 24551
  • Older than 69% of homes in Forest 24551

What homes are worth in Forest 24551

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$184K$979K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Forest 24551.

How it measures up in Forest 24551

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest 24551.

Estimated value$262,714
CheaperTypical $414,896Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,216 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,010 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size1,307 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 281 Walnut Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest 24551Bedford County
Estimated valuepricier than$262,71414% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21658% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,216 ft²14% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,307 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than198531% of homes44% of homes

About 281 Walnut Ridge Dr

How much is 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA is $262,714 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $249,899 to $275,529. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA last sell?

281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA last sold on Jul 10, 2020 for $156,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA?

281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,216 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA built?

281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA?

281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA is assigned to Jefferson Forest High School (high), rated B+; Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Forest Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Bedford County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA compare to other homes in Forest 24551?

Among the 9,348 homes in Forest 24551, it is worth more than 14% of them ($262,714 against a typical $414,896), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($216 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,216 ft² against a typical 2,010 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,307 ft² against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1985 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Bedford County, it is worth more than 35% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Walnut Ridge Dr, Forest, VA was $843. The county assessed it at $205,600.

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